The Resolution Blog

APRIL 26, 2019

From Being Told He Was “Too Gay to Pitch” to Leading an Award Winning PR Agency: Steve Strickland’s Story We got the chance to talk to Steve Stickland, co-founder with Gary Wheldon of new award-winning PR agency Talker Tailor Trouble Maker , about starting an agency, standing out, and creating campaigns that have the “wow” factor.

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5W PR

MARCH 4, 2025

Winter brings increased demand for immune support products, while summer sees consumers reaching for energy and hydration supplements. These experts provide quotes for press releases, author bylined articles, and participate in media interviews during key seasonal windows.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

Since before Mark Cuban famously warned tech startups against bringing on a PR agency , there’s been an ongoing debate about public relations for early-stage businesses, and lots of advice for how to build the kind of earned media visibility that rivals well known brands like Uber or Casper. The answer is no. Consider the big picture.

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PRSay

JANUARY 29, 2024

With a background in agency work, speechwriting and improv theater, he now coaches leaders to be storytellers in their speeches, presentations and meetings. Energy, passion, performance “A presentation is often like a performance,” said Biesenbach, who was trained at the school of Chicago’s storied Second City theater.

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Stephen Waddington

JULY 7, 2022

A paper published in the Climate Change journal in November 2021 reported on the role of public relations agencies in climate change politics. It said that agencies played a key role in polluting the climate change debate. All PRCA members, including those working in the energy sector, are bound by the association’s code of conduct.

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Stephen Waddington

OCTOBER 4, 2022

A new research paper spotlights flaws in the how agencies win business. Public relations agencies are expected to pitch for free, follow ambiguous processes, and contracts are frequently awarded on the basis of intangible metrics such as chemistry and creativity. Agencies invest considerable emotional energy and time in a new business.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MARCH 17, 2017

It’s not enough to research the agency you’re applying to – that’s your baseline. From the minute you polish your resume, through the interview process and on to the front lines of account work, PR is a business that demands accountability. Think you’re up to the challenge? Gain crack research skills.

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Communications Conversations

SEPTEMBER 9, 2014

It’s your first corporate job after years on the agency side. I consider myself so lucky to have started my career at PR agencies in New York that were founded and staffed by some of the most influential women I’ll ever meet. I’m newish to the corporate world, but I do believe that agency experience does everybody good.

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Polaris

NOVEMBER 17, 2015

Initial interviews with their communications team revealed the Centre was up to some interesting things: • How researchers are making plants more tolerant to drought. • Local TV, radio, newspapers, and trade magazines all conducted interviews and ran stories in response to our ideas. #2 2 Use Seasonal Opportunities to Your Advantage.

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Cision

JUNE 1, 2017

This can be found from the smallest agencies to the largest corporations. KD: The most memorable milestone in my career was taking a leap of faith and starting my own agency, Powerhouse Communications. The traditional agency model is failing.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 9, 2017

Does a startup business always need to hire a PR agency ? I’m a Cuban fan, but like many PR agency owners, I disagree on this score. But there’s a whole lot more that goes into the typical startup-agency relationship, like research, strategy, and message development.

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The Resolution Blog

NOVEMBER 17, 2015

It’s through those conversations I have seen a new energy and more importantly, better results. I have been so inspired by the change I'm interviewing the most innovative teams I come across for a future book and our blog, PR Resolution. Up until February this year I led a communications team at a digital marketing agency.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 11, 2016

A brand story may be interesting, authentic, and even compelling, but that doesn’t mean it’s easily transformed into a feature story or interview. It takes time and energy, not only from the PR agency or team, but from the client. SAP’s Craig Cincotta advises knowing the difference between a story and news.

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Shift Communications

AUGUST 31, 2016

Offering creative story angles, unique mailers, or an exclusive interview are still a few ways to be creative on a tight budget. Be realistic with your client from the very beginning about reporting – it will save time and energy for everyone. If You Aren’t Getting Results, Pivot! Showcase Your Successes. Emily Roderick.

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Cision

AUGUST 4, 2016

In this interview, Chris discusses why building a relationship with journalists is so important, how social media plays into media relations and what you can do to mix up your strategy and avoiding falling into a rut. We are witnessing profound changes in the way that we generate, transmit and use energy in our lives.

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Solo PR Pro

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

To guarantee timing of a bylined article placement or published article after an interview? So why expect your PR person to talk with a reporter and tell them to not print that statement you made to them in an interview? The same comparison is true of a big PR/Communications agency vs a boutique or solo practitioner.

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Wadds Inc.

OCTOBER 4, 2022

A new research paper spotlights flaws in the how agencies win business. Public relations agencies are expected to pitch for free, follow ambiguous processes, and contracts are frequently awarded on the basis of intangible metrics such as chemistry and creativity. Agencies invest considerable emotional energy and time in a new business.

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Shift Communications

MARCH 3, 2016

Onsite, the community inspires us with their energy and their passion and their enthusiasm. cta] The post SHIFTxSW: Interview with Hugh Forrest, Director of SXSW Interactive appeared first on SHIFT Communications PR Agency - Boston | New York | San Francisco | Austin. Julie Frey. Account Manager. Sara Lasseter.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Faces and Markets of PRGN is a series of blog posts in 2024 that puts Public Relations Global Network (PRGN) member agencies and their markets in the spotlight. Energy and sustainable tech are other fast growing sectors. The slowdown in inflation is explained in particular by falling energy prices.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

MARCH 30, 2023

As a specialized PR agency for a number of automotive suppliers providing electric vehicle components and systems, we’ve curated and compiled the following list of some of the YouTube channels you might find most helpful. Who has time to watch them all?

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Stern + Associates

AUGUST 3, 2022

An Interview with Susan Stern, Founder of Stern Strategy Group. Susan Stern shares how she made her dream of an honest, respectful and responsive client services agency a reality. Earlier in your career, you experienced “agency life.” What made you start your own firm?

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Cision

APRIL 26, 2016

In this interview, Ashley discusses how to best leverage data and analytics, establish specific objectives for your communication strategy and be creative and take risks with your public relations efforts. The tools and technology will come after.

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Konnect Agency

MARCH 12, 2020

It might seem like the end of the world at the moment, but sometimes it can turn into a great placement, interview, career opportunity, learning experience and beyond. The post Transforming Pressure and Stress into Productivity appeared first on Konnect Agency. Don’t fight it, invite it!

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The Hoffman Agency

MARCH 9, 2023

Constance (Account director France) and I leaving for the WAW By Micaela Somma, Associate Account Executive My journey at The Hoffman Agency started in July 2022. I discovered the agency a bit by chance. We had two interviews, and everything went super-fast! The post The Hoffman Agency: When One Door Shuts, Another Opens.

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5W PR

JUNE 11, 2024

Whether it’s early cancer detection enabled by AI, optimized energy grids, or the creation of captivating music, such highlights foster a positive outlook toward AI’s potential, replacing fear with understanding. PR serves as a potent tool to counter these stereotypes, showcasing real-world AI applications instead.

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The Hoffman Agency

MARCH 9, 2023

Constance (Account director France) and I leaving for the WAW By Micaela Somma, Associate Account Executive My journey at The Hoffman Agency started in July 2022. I discovered the agency a bit by chance. We had two interviews, and everything went super-fast! The post The Hoffman Agency: When One Door Shuts, Another Opens.

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PR in High Definition

MARCH 31, 2022

The story of how the fake design agency Madbird ensnared unsuspecting job seekers into its web has gone viral, leaving readers shocked at the façade that was created. Job interviews over Zoom/MS teams have become the norm. Choosing a European tech PR agency. Is the agency demonstrating a proactive and brave yet focused?

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Stern + Associates

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

We can give people agency. Guess what? It’s the coolest year of the next 100 years… We immerse people in the data. What decisions should we be making for the betterment of our local communities, but globally overall?

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Communications Conversations

MAY 30, 2018

“I’m done with agency life. You could replace “agency life” with “corporate life” and insert a whole other sub-set of people, too. Kelly Groehler, Tim Westermeyer and Betsy Andersen all traded in their corporate and agency PR careers for work in another field. But, these three people did.

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Sword and the Script

JANUARY 25, 2020

This 2003 interview between the Harvard Business Review and a Los Angeles-based screenwriter describes a story this way: “Essentially, a story expresses how and why life changes. In a story, you not only weave a lot of information into the telling but you also arouse your listener’s emotions and energy. 1) What is storytelling?

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5W PR

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Content goldmine Capture unique experiences, insightful interviews, and captivating footage, fueling both social media and marketing channels. Roll with the punches Be prepared to adapt the plans based on the festival’s dynamic energy. Knowing the mission Companies should know why they’re attending SXSW 2024.

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Communications Conversations

DECEMBER 13, 2019

Ryan posted interviews with key PR leaders. He posted an agency list that up until just recently, I was still referencing. He posted agency and corporate PR news. Who would have thought we’d all miss legendary marketing reporter Bob Geiger, with his prickly coverage of the agency scene!)

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5W PR

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Minimizing energy consumption, water usage, and waste generation in production. Interviews, features, and collaborations with journalists can spread the message to a wider audience. The post How Sustainable Fashion Brands Can Utilize PR To Communicate Their Values appeared first on Public Relations Blog | 5W PR Agency | PR Firm.

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Wadds Inc.

JULY 7, 2022

A paper published in the Climate Change journal in November 2021 reported on the role of public relations agencies in climate change politics. It said that agencies played a key role in polluting the climate change debate. All PRCA members, including those working in the energy sector, are bound by the association’s code of conduct.

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OnePitch

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

While she’s focused generally on consumer PR over her nearly 20 years in the industry, she’s had deep experience in food and beverage, restaurants, and retail communications while working at everything from boutique to global PR agencies in Chicago and Columbus. Read below for the entire interview with Megan: .

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The Hoffman Agency

APRIL 20, 2021

At Hoffman, we believe that it’s the people who make our teams truly valuable, and it’s the trust they cultivate that makes us successful as an agency. Accountability is one of the agency’s core values and is fundamental to our success. Being accountable is a core value for the agency, and it is a concept that I live by.

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Ishmael's Corner

MAY 5, 2015

GM and global CEO since the Agency’s founding that we needed a fresh voice to lead the U.S. I was just as passionate and optimistic about the Agency. I was even more determined to put the Agency on a positive trajectory. But I needed to channel my energies in a different way. The gift of desperation. What the U.S.

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